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By the time Jacob deGrom arrived at Stetson in 2008, Corey Kluber already had been drafted by the San Diego Padres. They don't know each other, except by reputation, but those who follow Major League Baseball likely are familiar with the former Hatters. Both earned honors in September — Kluber, 28, was chosen the American League pitcher of the month and deGrom, 26, was the National League's rookie of the month — capping highly successful seasons. Kluber became the ace of the Cleveland Indians, going 18-9 with a 2.44 ERA and 269 strikeouts in 235 2/3 innings. DeGrom was 9-6 with a 2.69 ERA and 144 strikeouts in 140 1/3 innings for the New York Mets. Kluber played...

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